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King's Faith

King's Faith

Representation Score

1.4/10

Minimal

2013

PG-13

Director

Nicholas DiBella

Runtime

108 minutes

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King's Faith is a faith-based drama that emphasizes traditional moral structures and religious redemption. The narrative centers on a male protagonist's journey from rock bottom to spiritual hope, reinforcing established social and spiritual norms. The film reinforces traditional values rather than challenging social hierarchies. It presents the domestic sphere and religious institutions as sources of stability and healing. Because the story focuses on singular Christian morality and conventional family units, it lacks significant representation of diverse identities or systemic critiques.

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Category Breakdown

Does King's Faith have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film focuses on a protagonist's spiritual journey through Christianity. It does not include characters with non-traditional gender identities or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight.

How does King's Faith portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on the personal redemption of a male protagonist. While a foster couple is present, the film relies on conventional domestic stability.

How racially and ethnically diverse is King's Faith?

Limited

The narrative lacks specific details about the racial composition of the cast. It does not provide verifiable evidence of diverse casting or multi-layered depth.

How does King's Faith represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The film aligns strongly with traditional Western religious institutions. It prioritizes Christian morality and the restorative power of faith and the traditional family unit.

Does King's Faith include disability representation?

Minimal

The protagonist experiences a psychological spiral, but there is no explicit portrayal of neurodivergence or physical disability as a central character trait.

Present on Screen

  • The film provides a clear, focused narrative arc centered on spiritual redemption and personal hope.

Limited or Absent

  • The film lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities and non-traditional gender narratives.
  • There is a lack of verifiable racial and ethnic diversity within the cast and setting.
  • The story avoids exploring moral relativism or secular perspectives, focusing strictly on traditional religious absolutes.

Official Synopsis

After Brendan King's life spiraled to rock bottom, the teen found hope in a new relationship with Christ while serving time in a juvenile penitentiary. Recently released from prison, Brendan finds solace in the foster home of a couple struggling with suppressed grief.

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